Clinical Fellow (Higher ST6+/Senior) in Paediatric Ophthalmology

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Ophthalmology to start from August 2026. This role involves a fully funded fellowship with responsibilities in specialist regional work including congenital cataract and involvement in research activities. Ideal candidates should have the FRCOphth or equivalent and current GMC registration. The fellowship offers competitive salary and full-time working hours.

Qualifications

• Possess the FRCOphth or equivalent qualification.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council at the time of application is required.
• Skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in English for patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care and emergency services.
• Engage in research activities.
• Manage child and adult squint cases.

Skills

Effective communication skills in English

Demonstrable clinical skills

Education

FRCOphth or equivalent

Full Registration with the General Medical Council

Job description

Overview

Senior Clinical Fellow (Higher ST6+/Senior Post CCT) in Paediatric Ophthalmology to commence 5 Aug 2026 to 3 Aug 2027. The Addenbrooke's Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus team runs a busy and interesting service. The Fellowship offers a training combination of specialist regional work including congenital cataract, glaucoma, ROP management, genetics and paediatric neuro-ophthalmology, with substantial child & adult squint management.

Main duties

Applicants should be in possession of the FRCOphth or equivalent. The post is fully funded and will include a primary care, emergency service and on-call commitment at Addenbrooke\'s. Research will be encouraged. Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean\'s approval or training recognition. Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC\'s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS is required. Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Guidance can be found regarding criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Details

Date posted: 29 September 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £73,992 to £75,849 a year per annum pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 180-SCF-5210

Job locations: Cambridge University Hospitals, Hills road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

Shortlistable Essential: Yes = 1, No = 0. If applicant is not shortlistable please add reason in comments section provided.

Employer details

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Hills road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Employer\'s website: https://www.cuh.nhs.uk